Accounts Payable Specialist with Polish (FTC)

Descripción del puesto:

Entity: Finance

Job Family Group: Finance Group

Job Description:

As a leading global energy company, we provide heat, light and mobility to customers worldwide. Across the bp landscape, we're home to a range of brands across many areas of our industry.  We're investing in today's energy system and helping build out tomorrow's. So while we're still in oil and gas, over the next decade we'll become a different kind of energy company. We're decarbonizing and diversifying our business, fundamentally transforming what we do so we can reach net zero by 2050 or sooner. We also have a strong mission to help the whole world reach net zero too - working across our industry to improve people's lives. 

It's an exciting time to join bp. Meeting the energy challenge requires many different approaches and solutions. And as part of Finance Business & Technology (FBT), you'll be fully connected into the world of bp. You'll play an increasingly important part within a network of like-minded colleagues partnering on strategic projects that stretch across the globe. And it starts with you. There's a world of opportunities to build new skills, challenge yourself and grow a long-term career at bp. And no matter where you work, your role will have meaning, purpose and impact. So if you want to be part of a caring, supportive environment where you can realize your full potential, we're with you.

Would you like to discover how our diverse, hardworking people are leading the way in making energy cleaner and better - and how you can play your part in our world-class team?

Join our Budapest Team and advance your career as an Accounts Payable Specialist!

In this role you will ensure timely and accurate recording of Accounts Payables into the ledgers, prepare and support documents for period close and ensure that all invoices are approved appropriately and paid on time, whilst adhering to policies and procedures at all times. You will also provide a helpdesk facility for any queries from Outsourced Service Providers/Suppliers/BP business staff.

Key Accountabilities:
* Monitor accounts / payment runs.
* Workflow user support / administration, whilst handling internal and external queries.
* Handle invoice processing, other special accounts, pre-payments with bank guarantee, insolvency, default interest, signatures for payment authorization
* Align accruals and deferrals and validate general ledger accounts.
* Invoice verification, processing of Purchase invoices with and without Purchase Order, preparation of manual posting documents, posting against provisions.
* Work closely with assigned Business Units, customers as well as contact with Outsourced Service Providers and Business Facing Financials.
* Interact with partners in a professional, friendly and efficient manner and raise concerns about meeting service levels or deadlines.
* Establish and foster strong business relationships with relevant stakeholders and internal business partners.
* Plan, implement and support operational optimization, continuous improvement and business perfection-oriented projects and initiatives. Support the development of a continuous improvement culture throughout immediate teams.

Essential Experience and Job Requirements:
* Language proficiency in English and Polish is essential (ideally at B2 as minimum).
* Strong interpersonal skills with particular focus on client responsiveness.
* Previous accounting experience is highly desirable.
* Strong time management and organisation skills.
* Basic Excel knowledge.
* Strong analytical skills.
* Result-oriented personality and capability to overcome obstacles.
* Ability to keep deadlines whilst under pressure without compromising accuracy.
* Excellent written/oral communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships.
* Capability to work in a team or individually if required.

Desirable Criteria:
* Bachelor degree or equivalent experience in Accounting or related fields (e.g. Finance, Mathematics).
* SAP user experience.
* Quality Control & Assurance focus.
* Understanding of the Accounts Payable mechanics.

At bp, we provide the following environment & benefits to you:
* Different bonus opportunities based on performance, wide range of cafeteria elements
* Life & health insurance, medical care package
* Flexible working schedule: home office up to 2 days / week, based on team agreement
* Opportunity to build up long term career path and develop your skills with wide range of learning options
* Family friendly workplace e.g.: Extended parental leave, Mother-baby room
* Employees' wellbeing programs e.g.: Employee Assistance Program, Company Recognition Program
* Possibility to join our social communities and networks
* Chill-out and collaboration spaces in our beautiful Budapest Agora and Szeged offices e.g.: Play Zones, Office massage, Sport and music equipment

bp Hungary won the Most Attractive Employer 2024 Award (SSC / BSC sector) fourth time in a row at PwC's annual employer research. Come and join us!

Travel RequirementNo travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:Relocation may be negotiable for this role

Remote Type:This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

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